Awarded to incoming, first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic credentials and personal achievement. This award is based on a comprehensive, holistic review of the SMU admissions application.
Maximum Award Amount: $80,000 payable up to $20,000 per year or $10,000 per semester for eight semesters, four years or graduation whichever comes first. To be eligible for renewal the recipient must maintain a SMU GPA OF 3.000 or greater and full-time enrollment.